Every year, more than 40,000 employees in Illinois find themselves in the unfortunate position of having to file a workers’ comp claim due to an on-the-job injury or illness. The state law requires most employers to carry workers’ compensation, which helps cover medical bills, lost wages, and potential disability benefits for injured workers.

So, how exactly does workers’ compensation work in Illinois? Essentially, it’s a system designed to help employees get fair benefits if they’re injured or become ill due to their job. This includes:

• Coverage for any time you need to take off work because of your injury
• Compensation for both temporary and permanent disabilities
• Payment for necessary medical treatments associated with the injury
Unfortunately, Illinois workers’ compensation law can be pretty complicated, especially if you’ve never dealt with the legal system before. Filing a claim involves meeting a lot of regulations and taking the proper steps to ensure you receive the benefits you deserve.

Generally, an injured worker needs to prove:

• The employer was conducting business in Illinois when the injury occurred
• The injury happened while you were performing tasks related to your job
• Your level of functioning is impaired as a direct result of the injury
• The injury came from the accident itself, not from a pre-existing condition or unrelated incident
At Krol, Bongiorno & Given, we understand how stressful it can be to handle a work-related injury. That’s why we’re committed to fighting for fair and full compensation for injured workers in Illinois. If you need immediate help with your work injury case, call (312) 726-5567 for a free consultation or contact us online.

We provide legal services throughout the Chicago metropolitan area, including Cook County, DeKalb County, DuPage County, Grundy County, Kankakee County, Kane County, Kendall County, McHenry County, and Will County.